Management Development Program - Culinary

Company Description

A CAREER AS UNIQUE AS YOU ARE

Perhaps your day begins by scanning the weather forecast for snow in the peaks of the San Juan Mountains and delighting guests when you deliver the news that fresh powder will soon arrive in Telluride. Or maybe you book a couple on a sunset horseback ride through a deep desert canyon in Baja California, greeting them with champagne on their return, to celebrate their engagement. When you are a Team Member at one of the Auberge Resorts Collection properties, you inspire incredible moments every day, working with passionate and talented people to create memories that live forever. Whatever role you hope to play, if this approach aligns with your passions, you could enjoy joining one of the Auberge Resorts Collection properties around the world.

Job Description

The Management Development Program (MDP) is a comprehensive, year-long, on-property experience designed to prepare the next generation of hospitality leaders. Our Management Development Program is designed for passionate, curious, and driven individuals ready to turn their talent into leadership. Over the course of one transformative year, you'll gain the skills, confidence, and insight needed to become a future leader in the world of luxury hospitality.

Program Structure:

The MDP is built around a 80/20 model:

• 80% Hands-On Experience: Rotational, real-world training within your chosen department.
• 20% Professional Development: Structured learning sessions focused on management, leadership, and essential soft skills.

The program is divided into two progressive phases:

• Phase 1: Mastering Service & Departmental Knowledge : Gain in-depth knowledge of day-to-day operations within your focus area.
• Phase 2: Leadership & Management Essentials: Develop core competencies in people management, communication, problem-solving, and strategic thinking.

Program Tracks:

Participants choose a specialized path based on their career interests:

• Food & Beverage
• Culinary
• Rooms Division

Successful candidates would be asked to select your preferred track and property location during the recruitment process.

Career Progression:

Upon successful completion of the program and based on performance, availability, and willingness to relocate, graduates will be considered for placement in an Assistant Manager level role within the Auberge Collection.

Program Benefits:

• Fast-track management development
• Promotion to management level upon program completion
• Support role rotations throughout the property, guided by the learning objectives for each department
• Ongoing career growth with a rapidly expanding luxury hotel company
• Monthly MDP Meetups with fellow MDPs across the collection
• Mentorship opportunities with home office leaders
• Discounted rates through the Team Member Stay Program
• Task force opportunities and assignments abroad
• Housing available at participating locations
• Relocation stipend for approved expenses
• Health insurance, 401(k) match
• Paid holidays and time off
• Overtime pay eligibility
• Referral bonus
• Candidates must be current students or recent graduates of accredited hospitality management programs
• A proven willingness to learn, coupled with curiosity, resilience, and self-motivation
• Ability to demonstrate an elevated level of professionalism, leadership skills, and passion for hotel operations
• A demonstrated passion for the hospitality industry and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• A keen interest in leadership and career advancement
• Show dedication to long-term growth, and commit to ongoing development
• Previous internship and hospitality experience preferred

Qualifications

• Candidates must be current students or recent graduates of accredited hospitality management program
• A proven willingness to learn, coupled with curiosity, resilience, and self-motivation
• Ability to demonstrate an elevated level of professionalism, leadership skills, and passion for hotel operations
• Previous Culinary Experience
• Demonstrate passion for the hospitality industry and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• A keen interest in leadership and career advancement
• Show dedication to long-term growth, and commit to ongoing development
• Previous internship and hospitality experience preferred

Additional Information

Auberge Resorts Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine and spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With hotels and resorts across three continents, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable. Please visit aubergeresorts.com to learn more about our Collection. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Linkedin, Facebook and Pinterest: @AubergeResorts and #AlwaysAuberge.

Auberge Resorts LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Auberge Resorts LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Auberge Resorts LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.